The Past Is Rising

Chapter 1

It's official next week is my birthday and my parents are acting strange. I don't know what is going on but I'm sure it has something to do with my 18th birthday party they always go all out but let's get the introduction over with. I'm Emerald Marie Richards. I'll be 18 next week and my life is relatively normal. I go to school and I'm a senior. I graduate in 2 days so it'll be before my birthday.

“‘Em?” I hear a knock on my door. I turn around to face the boy I’ve had a crush on forever.

“What’s up Ace?” I said as casually as I could. Being around him makes me nervous but I try to push it away.

“I came to see how you were doing.” He said. He’s been coming by everyday because I’ve been sick. I have a cold so I haven’t been at school.

“I’ve been better but still better then before.” I smile and shrug. He’s been acting weird to this past week. I don’t know why everyone’s acting suspicious. “And you? How are you doing?” I asked trying to start a conversation because I don’t think I can stand another minute with the air suffocating me.

“I’m good, it’s been lonely without you at school.” He said making my stomach flutter. “Yeah I miss it too hopefully tomorrow I can go back.” I said.

“Nice.” Was all he said before saying he had to head to school already. Sometimes I feel he wants to be with me and others I feel like I’m being played and I don’t like that feeling.

“Honey, come on we’re going to be late for your appointment!” My mom says from the kitchen. “I’m coming!” I said. I get downstairs and my mom is waiting for me at the door. Dad passed away 2 years ago I never thought I’d get over it. Mom was a mess for so long. It was a robber he shot and killed my dad in a*****e parking lot. But I try not to think about it.

“Are you ready?” She asked to which I nodded. We get to the car and take off and head the the doctors office. I walk in same as all the other times and sign in. Once I’m signed in we take a seat and wait.

“Ms.Richards?” The nurse call. “That’s me.” I raise my hand and get up to follow her in. “Here dear take this cup and go to the restroom.” The nurse says and I do as instructed. When I come back we wait again but in a room they provided.

“Are you feeling okay?” My mom asked, worry on her face. “I’m fine mom you don’t have to ask every 10 minutes.” I said. I love my mom but it can be a bit overbearing. I know it’s only because dad passed and I’m all she has now.

“I know but I still want to make sure.” She says a little sad. “I know but I’m okay I promise.” I hold up my pinky and she takes it. We’ve always done this ever since I was little. It was our thing.

“I’m glad honey.” Was the last thing she said before the doctor came in with a look that scared me and not because he is a scary person but because there was something there I couldn’t understand.

“Is everything alright? Is she okay?” My mom asked question after question. “Yes ma’am she’s fine but there is something we should discuss.” And the way he said that made my stomach knot.

“Of course, what is it?” My mom asked. Wanting to know what it was already. “Well, Congratulations Emerald your pregnant!” My mouth dropped open. Not possible I’m still a virgin. I haven’t had s*x. “How I’ve never had s*x?!” I screeched not liking the idea of being pregnant I’m only going to be 18.

“Maybe the test is wrong can you check again?” My mom asked and I sighed liking that idea maybe I’m not pregnant and it was just hormones or something. “Uhhh we’ve taken it 3 times they all same pregnant.” He said. And my face paled. No, no, no, no, no this can’t be happening.

“That’s not possible!” I’ve never had s*x, how is this possible?” I’m all but crying. “Well have you been to any parties in the last 2 months?” He asked. “Yeah, I have about 1 month ago, but what does that have to do with this?” I asked confused. “It’s possible if you don’t remember you could’ve been r***d. There’s a drug that people use on others to take advantage of them.” He said and I just stare. r***d? By who? I don’t even know what to think right now.

“Your saying my daughter was r***d?!” My mom screamed. “If she has no memories then it’s likely that someone did drug and r**e her.” He said and my mom covered her mouth in horror.

“I think I’m going to be sick.” I cover my mouth and run to the nearest bathroom. I get to the restroom and all the contents in my stomach come up. Uugggghhhh. I hate throwing up it leaves a nasty taste in my mouth.

I can’t believe I’m pregnant!